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DuckDuckGo Pledges $1.1M to Privacy and Digital Competition Non-Profits

DuckDuckGo has committed $1.1 million in charitable donations for 2025, supporting organizations that aim to enhance online privacy and digital competition.

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In a significant move towards bolstering online privacy and digital competition standards, DuckDuckGo is donating $1.1 million to non-profit organizations in 2025.

These funds will support initiatives that align with DuckDuckGo's vision of enhancing trust on the internet by promoting privacy and fair competition among tech companies.

How can I support organizations working for online privacy?

You can donate to non-profits that focus on digital rights and privacy, similar to the ones supported by DuckDuckGo's charitable contributions.

What steps can I take to enhance my own online privacy?

Consider using privacy-focused search engines like DuckDuckGo and using browser extensions that block trackers and ads to protect your data.

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